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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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